James Small-Edwards

London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) Committee Member

Final Budget, London Assembly (Mayor's Question Time) - Thursday 26 February 2026 10.00 am

The London Assembly met for Mayor's Question Time on Thursday 26 February 2026, with the primary focus of the meeting being the consideration and approval of the Mayor of London's Final Draft Consolidated Budget for 2026-27. Following extensive debate and the tabling of multiple budget amendments by various political groups, the Assembly ultimately approved the Mayor's budget proposals without amendment.

Police and Crime Committee Committee Member

Police and Crime Committee - Wednesday 25 February 2026 10.00 am

The Police and Crime Committee met on Wednesday 25 February 2026 to discuss operational oversight of the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), budget constraints, workforce planning, and misconduct. Key decisions included noting the committee's work programme and delegating authority to the Chair to agree any output from the Q&A session.

Police and Crime Committee Committee Member

Police and Crime Committee - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 - 10.00 am

The Police and Crime Committee of the Greater London Authority Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026. The meeting's agenda included a review of declarations of interest, the confirmation of previous minutes, and an update on the committee's summary list of actions. A significant portion of the meeting was scheduled to focus on how the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is overseeing culture change within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), and the committee's work programme was also to be discussed.

Planning and Regeneration Committee Chair

Planning and Regeneration Committee - Wednesday 11 February 2026 2.00 pm

The Planning and Regeneration Committee of the Greater London Authority Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026. The meeting's agenda included discussions on the progress of ongoing actions, the development of new towns in London, and the committee's work programme.

Housing Committee Committee Member

Housing Committee - Monday 9 February 2026 2.00 pm

The Housing Committee met to discuss the implementation and monitoring of the Renters' Rights Act [2025] in London. Key discussions focused on the significant changes the Act will bring for private renters and landlords, the challenges of enforcement, and the importance of awareness among tenants and landlords. The Committee also considered the potential impact of the Act on the private rented sector and the steps being taken by the Mayor of London to support its implementation.